<body><div><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=2pfhZJ_1GpqTbwF00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=2pfhZJ_1GpqTbwF00" width="755" height="402" ><figcaption>An aerial view of the Broadway at-grade Caltrain crossing in Burlingame.</figcaption></figure><p><b>The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) awarded $90.4 million for the Broadway Grade Separation Project in Burlingame, California. Another $15.5 million was secured for the final design of the Mary Avenue Grade Separation in Sunnyvale.</b></p><h2>Broadway Grade Separation</h2><p>The award comes as part of the Railroad Crossing Elimination Program. Caltrain applied for the capital grant in partnership with the San Mateo County Transportation Authority (SMCTA) and the City of Burlingame, according to SMCTA. The location is ranked as one of the California Public Utilities Commission’s top-priority grade crossings with more than 30,000 vehicles crossing daily.</p><p>In addition, SMCTA says it has committed more than $380 million in voter-approved Measure A and Measure 2 funds. Along with this funding, it accounts “for approximately 80% of the project cost, a significantly larger share than is typical for major infrastructure projects.” This was reportedly a multi-year collaborative effort to advance the project’s design and secure funding along with completing an environmental review. The federal grant keeps the project on track, according to the release. Construction is expected to be completed in January 2032.</p><p>“This federal investment marks a major milestone for the Broadway Grade Separation Project and reflects the sustained partnership among SMCTA, Caltrain, the City of Burlingame and our state and federal leaders,” said Julia Mates, chair of the San Mateo County Transportation Authority Board of Directors. “SMCTA’s local investment helped position this critical project for delivery, improving safety and regional mobility.” </p><p>“This federal award brings one of California’s most critical grade separation projects closer to construction. The Broadway project will improve safety, reduce congestion and deliver lasting benefits for Burlingame and the region,” said Rico E. Medina, Caltrain Board Chair. “It reflects the power of local, state and federal partners working together to deliver for our communities.” </p><h2>Mary Avenue Grade Separation</h2><p>According to Caltrain, the City of Sunnyvale secured $15.5 million for the final design of the grade separation project, along with a 21% match. The project seeks to lower Mary Avenue beneath Caltrain tracks, thereby removing a busy grade crossing. This funding will “lay the groundwork for a future grade separation at Mary Avenue,” according to the release. </p></div></body>

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The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) awarded $90.4 million for the Broadway Grade Separation Project in Burlingame, California. Another $15.5 million was secured for the final design of the Mary Avenue Grade Separation in Sunnyvale. Broadway Grade Separation. The award comes as part of the Railroad Crossing Elimination Program. Caltrain applied...

California Grade Separation Projects Receive Over $100MM

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The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) awarded $90.4 million for the Broadway Grade Separation Project in Burlingame, California. Another $15.5 million 

California Grade Separation Projects Receive Over $100MM

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